Today I want to talk about why antioxidants are important. I’m going to use some big words today but try to stay with me! Antioxidants help to protect your cells. They stop cell damage caused by oxidants or free radicals, which attack healthy cells. Free radicals contain an unpaired electron, so they are considered unstable…
Amino acids, phospholipids, and herbs for Reducing Stress Today we want to finish with part 5 of this 5 part series. I want to talk specifically about amino acids, phospholipids, and the top herbs for reducing stress. Amino Acids 5HTP is an amino acid extracted naturally from the seed of the African plant Griffonia simplicifolia. It’s…
Nutrition and Supplements for Reducing Stress Does anyone want to answer this question? What do you crave when you are stressed? Is it a big nice green fresh organic salad? Heck no, it is chocolate or something salty like potato chips, right? We crave those because they boost serotonin our happy neurotransmitter. However, the effects…
How to Reduce Stress So how do we reduce stress? How do we deal with life? We have to DESIRE to change. We have to change our thinking to be able to change our habits. We humans are a bundle of habits. Today in part 3 of this 5 part series, I want to discuss some…
Symptoms of Stress How do you know if you are under stress? Sometimes it’s obvious. Other times we may think we are getting along well when actually our bodies are stressed and are trying to tell us they are stressed. Within these blogs, I hope to leave you with some strategies which you can implement immediately! Today…
The Impact of Stress There will always be stress. Each of us gets to choose how we manage our stress. Within these blogs, I hope to leave with some strategies you can implement immediately! Are you going to use all your energy focusing on the past or the future or are you going to take control with…
What are possible solutions for low thyroid levels? In part 1 of our 2 Part series on hypothyroidism of we discussed symptoms of a low thyroid including: cold intolerance, fatigue, sluggish metabolism (inability to lose weight), sluggish bowels like constipation, poor memory, dry skin, and even swollen tongue. I also mentioned the importance of getting a…
Do you have low thyroid symptoms? Have you ever wondered if the symptoms you are experiencing could be due to a poorly functioning thyroid gland? You could be right. You could be in the up to 60 percent of those with thyroid disease who are unaware that they have low thyroid symptoms. Today I want to start…
Looking for immune support? Let’s discuss the benefits of Silver. Today I want to talk about the benefits of silver! I have an integrative practice which means we combine natural and conventional medicine. We offer some unique ways to support the immune system aside from things like vaccinations, Vitamin D, and Probiotics! ‘Tis the Silver…
The many benefits of a B complex. One main complaint many of my patients have is fatigue. Today I want to discuss the many benefits of a B complex including help with fatigue! Many individuals are low in B Vitamins due to stress as well as medications they take that deplete nutrients. Medications such as…
What products can you take for cold and flu prevention? It’s cold outside….or in Iowa, I should be honest…it’s freezing. This is cold and flu season and also that time of year where many patients get sinus infections and other upper respiratory infections. So I wanted to share some products that you can take for…
Prenatal and postnatal nutrition. What is in best prenatal and postnatal supplements? You may not be aware, but I’m pregnant! We had a 5-year fertility journey which one day I will be sharing with you. Today we are thankful to be where we are! So today I want to share this video with you where I discuss…
